Operations Director/COO (Power Sector)

Contract Type: Full-time – Senior Level

About Company: Our client is a government parastatal located in Abuja, Nigeria.

Job Objective: The Operations Director will be responsible for developing strategies and plans for the full and successful implementation of the Company’s projects across Nigeria. S/He will responsible for developing the budget and maximizing the funds available for the projects’ execution.

The individual will interface with all relevant stakeholders with respect to the procurement, deployment, installation and monitoring of all materials and communication infrastructure for the projects. The individual will supervise a team of professional/technical personnel to ensure efficient implementation of processes that guarantee the successful execution of the projects to the satisfaction of all stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Formulate strategies and plans for full implementation of all operations towards the execution of the National project initiative.
• Recruit, in liaison with HR, professional and technical staff for the successful implementation of all operations deliverables
• Ensure adequate and relevant training for all Operations staff
• Ensure proper implementation of the Agreement with contractors and consultants in pursuance of the execution of the National project initiative.
• Develop and implement departmental budget, (CAPEX/OPEX), in liaison with the MD
• Ensure seamless and sustainable business relationship with all relevant stakeholders
• Ensure project is delivered timely and to budget
• Ensures the implementation of the company’s Procurement Procedures
• Develop, set and review KPIs for all Operations staff
• Coordinate with government agencies, private sector partners, and international organizations to communicate reforms and initiatives.
• Engage with local communities and civil society organizations to explain how the project will benefit them.
  
  

Requirements

• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience:
• Experience in project and supply chain management, preferably within the power or public sector.
• Proven experience in managing large-scale, nationwide projects.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with relevant stakeholders.
• Experience working with Distribution Companies, senior government officials or in high-pressure environments is a plus.
• Skills:
• Good communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to convey complex issues in a simple and compelling manner.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines within budget.
• Relationship-building skills: Proven ability to engage stakeholders.
• Crisis communication skills: Experience managing stakeholders during sensitive or high-stakes situations.
• Personal Attributes:
• Strong initiative, creativity, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage
• priorities effectively.
• Diplomatic and tactful in dealing with senior officials,
• journalists, and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and an ability to maintain high
• standards of quality.
• A passion for public service and a commitment to
• transparency in government communication.
  
  

Benefits

Compensation: Highly Competitive